Choosing a resort in Krabi: help and advice
Krabi hotels: general booking advice
Mainland Krabi has a wide range of hotels and resorts to suit every taste and budget. The vast majority are small to medium-sized bungalow or low-rise establishments that are locally-owned and offer personal and friendly service - even if the English spoken is occasionally a bit rough around the edges. We deal mainly with this type of hotel on this site.
LOW SEASON DEALS
Promotions for Green Season
Most hotels in Krabi reduce their room rates by 30 - 50% during the months of May - October. In addition, many have bonus nights promotions where, for example you can stay 4 nights and pay only 3. Check out the following hotel and resort pages for further information: Andaman Sunset Resort, Krabi Chawan Resort, Krabi La Playa Resort, Railay Bay Resort, Railay Princess Resort, Sand Sea Resort, Sunrise Tropical Resort.
There are also a few international hotel groups with large resorts here - such as the Sheraton, Holiday Inn and the recently-opened Central Krabi Bay Resort (aka Centara Grand Resort). If you'd like to book with them, it is best to go directly to each hotel's website as large chains like these have flexible pricing systems, which agents cannot compete with (even if they say they can!).
The high tourist season in Krabi runs from November to April inclusive and this is the time when the prices are highest and the resorts are busiest. Christmas and New Year is considered to be the 'peak season' and many hotels and resorts charge a supplement to their normal high season prices during this time, as well as compulsory ‘Gala Dinner’ fees for guests staying over Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Despite this, the more popular and value-for-money hotels fill up very quickly (sometimes as early as June), so it is advisable to book as early as possible if you wish to come at this time.
In addition, the recent trend of hotels selling 100% of their rooms to foreign package holiday agents means that there is an ever decreasing amount of choice for independent travellers to Krabi. We would therefore urge you to book especially early if you plan on visiting between December and February, as this is when rooms are in the shortest supply.
Out of season, during the monsoon months of May to October, prices can fall by as much as 50%, quite a large saving, if you're prepared to risk the rain - see the Krabi weather page and our guide to the low season in Krabi for further information.
If you are planning on staying in Ao Nang, note that proximity to the beach is far less of an issue than in, say, Railay, as it is so easy to get around.
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FLYER is the monthly print magazine for Krabi Province. As well as features, you'll find restaurant reviews, maps, transport schedules and other resources to help you make the most of your stay. Pick up your free copy when you arrive at the airport, or ask for it in your hotel.
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